A New Group of Interns Joins Reed Family Companies! We’re excited to welcome our 2026 interns to Reed Family Companies as they begin their journey with us through our annual Intern Roadshow. We have 16 interns this summer stationed thoughout offices and plants in the the Sacramento/ Modesto and surrounding locations across four of our operating companies. Over the course of two days, June 22nd and 23rd, these interns traveled across Central California visiting 7/11 Materials

Arizona heat is tough on pavement. We’re tougher. Our VSS International crews are on the ground across Arizona applying wide mastic crack sealant to repair and protect aging asphalt. This durable solution is built for extreme climates, sealing out moisture and reinforcing damaged areas before they turn into costly repairs. In high-heat environments, crack sealing isn’t optional, it’s the first line of defense. When cracks are sealed early, you prevent water intrusion, slow pa

711 Materials Brings Customers Together for Appreciation Event in Oakdale! Recently, 711 Materials hosted a customer appreciation event at Dying Breed Brewing in Oakdale, bringing customers, partners, and team members together for a fun and relaxed afternoon. The event was a chance to say thank you to the customers and partners who support 711 Materials across the Central Valley. A big shoutout to Euclid Chemical for joining us and sharing more about their specialty produc

Sharing a few highlights from this year’s American Graffiti Parade as it rolled through Modesto, led by Jeff Reed, CEO of Reed Family Companies. The event also featured City of Modesto - City Hall Councilmembers: Modesto City Council Member Nick Bavaro (District 4), Council Member Eric E. Alvarez (District 2), Vice Mayor Jeremiah Williams, and local radio legends Don Sainte-Johnn, Greg Edwards, and Bob Malik from Legend 105.9 FM. We are proud to be part of a tradition that br

Last month, we had the opportunity to welcome Channce A. Condit Stanislaus County Supervisor, District 5, MNS Engineers, Inc., and Director of Public Work for Stanislaus County David Leamon to George Reed Inc.’s Parklawn Neighborhood Improvement Project in South Modesto. During his visit, Supervisor Condit met with our concrete crews and saw firsthand the work taking place to improve one of the county’s historically underserved communities. Our team is delivering key upgrades

Progress continues at the Elkhorn Village Elementary School project in West Sacramento, CA, as George Reed Inc. crews support ongoing site development as a subcontractor to XL Construction. On-site, George Reed Inc. crews have progressed through multiple phases, including concrete work between buildings, finish grading, and trench drain excavation. Continued grading and concrete placement along the north side, as well as work in the northwest corner and east side, have helped

Union Pavement Services, Inc., a leading provider of pavement preservation solutions, announced the expansion of its operations across Northern California, strengthening its ability to serve public agencies, contractors, and private clients throughout the region. A subsidiary of the Reed Family Companies, Union Pavement Services brings more than a century of infrastructure expertise to its growing footprint. The expansion builds on the company’s mission to deliver cost-effect

Reed Family Companies is honored to be recognized by the Modesto Chamber of Commerce. The milestone honors decades of steady involvement, investment in the local economy, and strong working relationships throughout the Central Valley. During the Chamber event, Jeff Reed, President of RFC, reflected on the deeper purpose behind business involvement in the community, drawing on historical perspective and local impact. He shared, “The quality of life is directly proportional to

Managing Oneself and Empowering Others is a course created by the Reed Family Companies to help leaders become self-aware of who they are, and then to empower their team. Our leadership and development programs are based on the Reed SPIRIT principles. The course is held every year between January and May. The first class graduated in 2020 with 35 employees. The course consists of meeting once every 2 weeks and includes reading 4 books, taking online courses and taking person

VSS Safety Stand-Down. Building a Stronger Safety Culture VSS International’s West Sacramento and Arizona teams came together for their Spring Safety Stand-Down, reinforcing the importance of staying focused and aware on every job site. Crews, operators, and drivers reviewed common field risks like strains, trips, and caught between hazards, then moved into hands-on training covering fire extinguisher use, vehicle brake inspections, and fall protection. These are the real-wor

From Growth to Graduation: Celebrating Our Leaders At Reed Family Companies, we believe leadership is built through growth, self-awareness, and the ability to positively impact others. This month, we are proud to recognize our 2026 graduates of the Managing Oneself: Empowering Others (MO:EO) leadership program. MO:EO challenges participants to step back from the day-to-day and invest in their leadership journey. Through reflection, discussion, and practical tools like DISC an

At 7/11 Materials, we take great pride in supporting the communities we serve — and recently, we had another opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Calaveras County. We were honored to contribute to the development of the new Swine Barn at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds by donating concrete for key elements of the project, including the retaining wall and the Buyers Breakfast storage room. This facility will play an important role in supporting local youth, agriculture

Reed Family Companies was highlighted in the Spring 2026 edition of The Conveyor Magazine for a couple of donation projects we participated in this year. One of them being the Hope Church of Turlock Basketball Court Donation Project, and another being the donation project we did where a group of team members made the backpack racks for Lucille Whitehead Intermediate School in Waterford. A proud moment for our companies and team members involved! Left: Hope Church new mixed-us

On May 12th, Reed Family Companies hosted its annual RFC Road Show in Lodi, California. 113 people (industry professionals, partners, and customers) came together for a day focused on education, connection, and practical solutions. All of our operating companies were onsight with a booth and knowledge experts. Check out the highlights below and read more about it below the pictures. The event offered a strong setting for networking and knowledge sharing. Through breakout ses

VSSI's Queen Creek, Arizona project continues to be a strong example of teamwork, performance, and collaboration between our Arizona and California operations. Ajay Solanki is doing an excellent job serving as Project Engineer, bringing consistency, responsiveness, and strong coordination to the job. In the field, our Superintendents are delivering outstanding results. Jose Sanchez's crew are executing work on major roadways with their Macropaver CR Continuous machine, while

Left to Right: Stephanie Fuller, Stephany Garcia, Margaret Reed, Judy Kelly On April 16, 2026, members of our team had the opportunity to attend the Women of CalCIMA Tour hosted by Teichert at the Western Aggregates plant, located in the historic Yuba Gold Fields. Representing our team were GRI's President Margaret Reed, Vice President Stephanie Fuller, Safety Technician Stephany Garcia, and Materials Sales Representative Judy Kelly. The tour provided a unique blend of indust

Reed International’s Hickman operation is proud to celebrate an outstanding safety milestone: more than 3,000 consecutive days without a lost time accident. This achievement reflects a team that truly lives out Reed International’s S.E.R.V.I.C.E. values every day and demonstrates a culture rooted in accountability, care, and teamwork. This remarkable record is the result of employees at every level consistently putting safety first, looking out for one another, following best

Please join us in recognizing the site crew at the George Reed Jackson Valley Quarry for keeping safety at the center of every task—every day. Their consistent focus on planning the work, maintaining a clean and organized site, and looking out for one another is a strong example of what “working safe” looks like in action. That commitment was recently recognized by MSHA with a zero-citation inspection. This outcome reflects attention to the basics that prevent incidents: stro

George Reed Inc. is proud to be recognized with the Best Places to Work – Central Valley award at the Celebrate the Central Valley 2026 event, hosted by Opportunity Stanislaus at Dust Bowl Brewing Company in Turlock, CA. This honor reflects our continued commitment to building a workplace culture that supports employee growth, collaboration, and well-being. This achievement belongs to our entire team whose dedication makes George Reed Inc. a great place to work every day.

Last month, the International Slurry Surfacing Association (ISSA) awarded VSS International the 2026 President’s Award for Excellence – Large Project for our work in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. This award acknowledged VSS International’s ability to deliver complex, environmentally sensitive pavement solutions in a national park setting, an area requiring careful coordination, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to protecting natural resources. The reco